2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 659 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | G8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
